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Executive Chef Yukio Ozeki is a big fan of Nikkei, the fresh Peruvian Japanese crossover flavours th Quietly winning awards and creating devotees.
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Azabu has long been a mainstay in the Ponsonby dining scene. Chef Yukio Ozeki has been serving his sublime Japanese cuisine made with the finest local ingredients for years. Yukio’s menu combines Nikkei-influenced dishes and modern Japanese with an emphasis on the fun and the interesting.

05/11/2026

Save room for dessert.

Our new Crème Brûlée brings together dulce de leche, white chocolate vanilla cream and toasted coconut.

Available now at Azabu Mission Bay and Ponsonby.

02/11/2026

A signature for a reason. The Volcano Roll, one of those dishes you don't forget.

02/11/2026

Date night at Azabu.

Start with cocktails, explore the menu and share a few dishes over a relaxed evening together. The perfect excuse to make a night of it.

Book your table here: https://ow.ly/qzht51036TH

30/10/2026

Azabu is always a good idea…

17/09/2026

SAVOR FOOD FESTIVAL AT AZABU 🥢🍣

Enjoy Azabu favourites & festival specials from just $35 lunch / $55 dinner. Japanese inspired dishes, big flavours and very good value.

Festival lunch is available Thursday & Friday, 12pm–4pm, and dinner is available Monday - Thursday & Sunday from 5pm.

🔗 Book now, link in bio.

11/09/2026

Your Festival Passport is your ticket to more 🥢🍣

Collect stamps when you dine from our $35 lunch or $55 dinner menus, or attend a ticketed Festival event.

3 stamps = a complimentary drink
6 stamps = 20% off your next visit

Find your Passport in the Festival brochure, available at all Savor venues.

01/09/2026

Give Dad the full Azabu treatment this Father’s Day. Available for Father’s Day only, our special sharing platter is made for the whole table, with popcorn prawns, spicy pork gyoza, grilled fillet of beef with Japanese chimichurri, crispy salmon rolls and fresh sashimi.
Big flavours, plenty to share and a Father’s Day feast worth gathering for.
Available for lunch and dinner. Book your table.

28/08/2026

The best meals are made for sharing 🥢

The Nikkei Share Table has landed at Azabu Ponsonby. Fresh sashimi, chef’s selection nigiri, tuna tostadas, ceviche, ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and plenty more, all served to the table.

$65pp, minimum 4 people

Every Saturday & Sunday, until 11 October.
Get the group together. Link in bio to book.

23/08/2026

$35 Vegetarian Ramen Set 🍜
Lunch plans, sorted. Settle in for a bowl of ramen and make the most of our Festival Lunch Menu.
Available Wednesday to Friday, 12pm to 4pm.

🔗 Book now, link in bio

20/08/2026

The best meals are the ones shared so gather your friends and discover The Nikkei Share Table!

Created in the spirit of Nikkei hospitality, this is a dining experience made for connecting and sharing . Perfect for celebrations, family gatherings or a dinner with friends.

Experience fresh sashimi, chef's selection nigiri, tuna tostadas and vibrant ceviche before moving through a selection of our favourites, including ginger miso chicken, crispy pork belly ssam and seasonal sides.

$65 per person, minimum 4 guests. Available on Saturday and Sunday during dinner from 22 August – 11 October. Book now with the link in bio.

Address

26 Ponsonby Road
Ponsonby
1011

Opening Hours

Tuesday	5pm - 11pm
Wednesday	12pm - 12pm
Thursday	12pm - 12pm
Friday	12pm - 12pm
Saturday	12pm - 12pm

Website

http://www.azabuponsonby.co.nz/

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